Chiropractic and Natural Pain Relievers for Back Pain Relief

01/20/2015

Back pain often involves inflammation and pain. Chiropractic care at Atiyeh Chiropractic and Functional Neurology helps reduce inflammation and pain due to back pain. And your Plymouth chiropractor knows that the pain relief may come too slowly for our suffering Plymouth back pain patients. So Atiyeh Chiropractic and Functional Neurology keeps up on natural pain relievers that may be relieving in the interim.

Natural herb pain relievers most recognized are curcumin, turmeric, white willow bark, boswellia serrata, and devil’s claw. Alone or in combination, these herbs may be a Plymouth back pain sufferers best friend. So how do they work? What are they?

Well, curcumin is a natural product and member of the ginger root family. It’s an herb, known for its spiciness yet its ironic calming effect on stomach upset. It functions as an anti-inflammatory agent. Atiyeh Chiropractic and Functional Neurology’s daily rival in chiropractic practice! Research suggests that curcumin may reduce swelling and help ease symptoms of osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis. (1) More recently, research shows that it promotes spinal cord repair by inhibiting glial scar formation and inflammation. Researchers even suggest the therapeutic potential of curcumin for spinal cord injury. (2) That’s powerful.

Now, if these references and bits of information aren’t enough about curcumin, just one of many herbal natural pain relievers, check out what the Cochrane Database System Review (the highly respected research organization that collects and reviews the top studies in medicine for clinical outcomes) states about using another two natural pain relievers for back pain: the natural herbal pain relievers white willow bark and devil’s claw are effective for treating low back pain. Cochrane goes even further to share that daily doses of white willow bark are “probably better than placebo for short term improvements in pain” and reduce the need for rescue medication! Plus, no adverse side-effects were noted in any of the reviewed studies of the herbal natural pain relievers! (3) That’s always a Plymouth chiropractic care goal: no adverse side-effects!

Another no-adverse-side-effect herbal pain reliever was studied by Cochrane: boswellia serrata. Reported benefits include improved function as well as reduced pain symptoms compared to placebo. (4) More good news!

"This information and website content is not intended to diagnose, guarantee results, or recommend specific treatment or activity. It is designed to educate and inform only. Please consult your physician for a thorough examination leading to a diagnosis and well-planned treatment strategy. See more details on the DISCLAIMER page."

About Us

Call us to set up an appointment: 734-455-2145

About Our Plymouth chiropractic Practice

Our practice at Atiyeh Chiropractic and Functional Neurology focuses on chiropractic wellness as well as relief of pain, especially spine pain and its related conditions. We offer comprehensive care for back pain, neck pain, headaches, shoulder pain, arm pain, leg pain, and injuries to the body from a car accident, sports injury or other cause. Our chiropractic practice respectfully serves the Plymouth area. We pride ourselves on being patient-oriented and active to fulfilling your needs be they about insurance filing or appointment making or your health and healing. We administer individualized treatment plans to accommodate your exact needs. If you're in need of a chiropractor in the Plymouth area, contact us today!